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Rueben Bain Short Arms Didn’t Show Up At Bucs Practices

The excitement level for Miami Mauler rookie edge rusher Rueben Bain at One Buc Palace is sky high. The evidence is mounting. Todd Bowles talked about how “grateful” he is to have Bain, describing him as a one-man pass rush […] The post Rueben Bain Short Arms Didn’t Show Up At Bucs Practices appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Least Questions = Division Title

Landfill talk! Joe’s referring to the NFC South. In classic NFC South fashion, the Panthers won the division with a losing record last season after losing to the Bucs in the season finale. That left most Bucs fans cheering for […] The post Least Questions = Division Title appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

“Think Of Him As Like A Faster Cam Brate”

Joe remembers when the Buccaneers cut Cam Brate, their former tight end who ranks sixth in franchise history in touchdowns scored with 36. Brate was an undrafted free agent in 2014 and didn’t make the 2015 roster out of training […] The post “Think Of Him As Like A Faster Cam Brate” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

New Voice Of Bucs Selected

Gene Deckerhoff’s replacement is now on board. The Bucs selected University of Washington football and basketball play-by-play man Tony Castricone to replace the retired Deckerhoff. Castricone also was previously the voice of Clemson Tigers. It appears, per the Bucs release, […] The post New Voice Of Bucs Selected appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Bucs Running Backs Did Better Than Expected (No, Really)

No, Joe isn’t talking about dumb EPA. Joe learned in high school that numbers can be twisted any which way to prove a point. So whenever Joe hears the statgeeks rattle off a stat named “expected” or “adjusted,” Joe’s brain […] The post Bucs Running Backs Did Better Than Expected (No, Really) appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Just Wyndham, Baby

Seven years to the day when Todd first honored Steve Duemig at one of his golf tournaments, Todd discusses what The Big Dog may (or may not) say about the negative reaction to Wyndham Clark winning the 2026 US Open. […] The post Just Wyndham, Baby appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Baker Mayfield Under Duress

There is only one conclusion Joe can reach armed with these stats and knowing how poorly Baker Mayfield played after the bye last year. He was hurt. As we all know, Mayfield was a legit candidate for Offensive Player of […] The post Baker Mayfield Under Duress appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Double-Teams Don’t Stop Vita Vea

Oh, boy. Joe is just jiggly all over learning this. A sect of NFL fans believe quarterback pressures are a thing. Joe is of the mind quarterback pressures don’t faze good quarterbacks. And if you have real plans to make […] The post Double-Teams Don’t Stop Vita Vea appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Morning Cup Of Joe

Welcome to your Morning Cup of Joe, an eye-opener to help Joe’s readers ease into their busy workday with a few football links, wacky news and a pleasant distraction. Distraction of the Day Teams are sniffing Mac Jones. [PFT] Who […] The post Morning Cup Of Joe appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Productive Bucs Offenses

Offense hasn’t been an issue for over a decade. Back when the Bucs drafted America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston in 2015, it gave the team something it hadn’t truly had since 2012 with squirrely Josh Freeman and rookie Doug Martin running […] The post Productive Bucs Offenses appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Shaun King Talks Baker Mayfield Contract Standoff

One of four quarterbacks to lead the Bucs to the NFC title game, Shaun King is a guy Joe pays attention to because not only are his takes well considered, he’s a lifelong Bucs fan from St. Petersburg. King hammered […] The post Shaun King Talks Baker Mayfield Contract Standoff appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

“The Smoke Is Real”

A guy with access to practice film who hears all the dirt at One Buc Palace (at least most of it) weighed in on the behind-the-scenes chatter after the Bucs wrapped up spring practices. Who was shining? Buccaneers legend Rondé […] The post “The Smoke Is Real” appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Bucs Training Camp Tickets On Sale; Team Reports For Work July 28

The Bucs have only three training camp dates open to the general public. And you can now buy your way in for $10.62 via Ticketmaster. The dates are July 30, Aug. 6 and Aug. 7. Today, the NFL announced all […] The post Bucs Training Camp Tickets On Sale; Team Reports For Work July 28 appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Cade Otton Run Play Participation And Receiving

If Cade Otton isn’t careful, he’s going to have the reputation of being a run-blocking tight end. The stat-heavy Twitter account @fb_insights did a breakdown this spring about which tight ends stretched the field the most and which were more […] The post Cade Otton Run Play Participation And Receiving appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Will Jeffrey Simmons Contract Trigger Vita Vea?

Even after the new Jeffrey Simmons contract was dissected and its inflated agent numbers were cast aside, Simmons is still set to earn more than $30 million annually on the extension the stud Titans defense tackle signed last week. The […] The post Will Jeffrey Simmons Contract Trigger Vita Vea? appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Baker Mayfield Doesn’t Care About Third-And-Long

Baker Mayfield has no fear. Joe remembers when America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston, was talking to Dirk Koetter in an interview at Jameis’ Pro Day in Tallahassee. Koetter later recounted how Jameis told him, “I’m not afraid to make any throw.” Koetter […] The post Baker Mayfield Doesn’t Care About Third-And-Long appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

When Single-Blocked, YaYa Diaby Gets Near Quarterbacks

Joe considers quarterback pressures to be horseshoes and hand grenades stats. It is the only time “close” counts for something. Maybe. Pressures is nothing more than “almost” getting the job done. It doesn’t get the job done. Joe maintains pressures […] The post When Single-Blocked, YaYa Diaby Gets Near Quarterbacks appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Morning Cup Of Joe

Welcome to your Morning Cup of Joe, an eye-opener to help Joe’s readers ease into their busy workday with a few football links, wacky news and a pleasant distraction. Distraction of the Day Former Jets first round pick Darron Lee, […] The post Morning Cup Of Joe appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

The Quiet Dominance Of Luke Goedeke

Joe knows fawning over the Bucs’ offensive line — when healthy! — drives some folks nuts. For some, it’s cool to always slam the Bucs offensive line. Always! You know, just because. Two years ago, when last fully healthy, Joe […] The post The Quiet Dominance Of Luke Goedeke appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Luke Goedeke: Bucs Focused On Working Through Annual Vacation

Interesting comments from Luke Goedeke during a national radio interview. The Bucs’ right tackle hopped on SiriusXM NFL Radio last week and was asked what’s been the focus of conversations between Bucs coaches and players as it relates to how everyone […] The post Luke Goedeke: Bucs Focused On Working Through Annual Vacation appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Lack Of Explosive Runs

Just looking at what the Bucs have done in the offseason, Joe believes this figure will improve, maybe significantly. The Bucs simply were not a good running team last year. They ranked 21st in rushing yards (1,947) and were tied […] The post Lack Of Explosive Runs appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

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Rondé Barber Projects Baker Mayfield Contract Extension Is Not Done Before Training Camp

Are the Bucs headed for a messy situation with the face of their franchise? Baker Mayfield wants a contract extension. He’ll earn $40 million this season but he has no contract for 2027. Team Glazer offered Mayfield an extension that […] The post Rondé Barber Projects Baker Mayfield Contract Extension Is Not Done Before Training Camp appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Injury Talk From Jason Licht

Coaches and team executives often like to say things like, ‘Nobody cares about injuries. Injuries can’t be blamed for losing.’ Do these guys think fans are stupid? Of course fans care, and of course injuries matter when it comes to […] The post Injury Talk From Jason Licht appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Discover The Dolman Law Group Difference

You’ve seen Dolman Law Group here daily since 2010. Learn more about them today. The post Discover The Dolman Law Group Difference appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .

Baker Mayfield Touchdown Maker With Bucs

Hopefully, things change this fall. For the better. “This Joe” is still shook by Baker Mayfield’s woeful second half of last season. Yeah, there were a lot of factors why he stunk. Still, a franchise quarterback finds a way to […] The post Baker Mayfield Touchdown Maker With Bucs appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .